Aquinas and Beyond
StrongExploring and explaining the Catholic intellectual tradition, from Augustine to Aquinas and Beyond.
Long-form writing with a devoted readership
4-5x/week · Posted 5d ago
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Creator Intelligence
Best Philosophy Newsletters in 2026
NicheIndex tracks 400 philosophy newsletters ranked by real subscriber signals updated daily. Rankings are based on subscriber count, growth patterns, and content activity, not paid placement or editorial opinion. Philosophy newsletters on this page range from 5.0K to 34.0K subscribers.
Newsletters
400
Segments
10
Total audience
5.1M
With paid tier
280
70% of newsletters
More to Hate is gaining readers fast right now.
Top newsletters
Top philosophy newsletters to follow
Sigma Game
StrongAdvice and analysis concerning men's socio-sexual development on the basis of the definitive hierarchy constructed by the original Sigma Male. From Alpha to Omega, a wide range of societal topics are addressed within the context of the SSH.
Frequent updates that readers actually engage with
4-5x/week · Posted 4d ago
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More to Hate
StrongMisogyny and more
Thoughtful weekly reads that hold your attention
4-5x/week · Posted last week
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Profound Ideas
ExcellentI have a profound interest in ideas.
Deeply researched pieces with unusually loyal readers
Weekly · Posted last week
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Matriarchal Blessing
ExcellentCatharsis for your feminist awakening.
Deeply researched pieces with unusually loyal readers
Weekly · Posted 2w ago
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Wizard's Watchtower
StrongNews from the soul’s perspective; decoding the stars, grounding the truth, and lighting the way forward.
Frequent updates that readers actually engage with
4-5x/week · Posted yesterday
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Brad Stulberg
StrongBig ideas and actionable tools to help you perform your best and live well in a chaotic world.
Growing fast with a highly engaged audience
2-3x/week · Posted 2w ago
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feminism for all
StrongEssays on intersectional feminist theory & reality; against rape and for lesbians ⚢; written by IRL victim advocate
Thoughtful weekly reads that hold your attention
Weekly · Posted last week
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Cognitive Wonderland
StrongScience, philosophy, and science fiction geekiness, with a special interest in neuroscience and philosophy of mind. Publishes weekly on Thursdays.
Thoughtful weekly reads that hold your attention
Weekly · Posted last week
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Buddhist Philosophy
StrongAdhiyana Buddhism Philosophy. Related Accounts: https://substack.com/@neoshakya https://substack.com/@esunq1129
Independent newsletter covering eastern philosophy & taoism
Posted last week
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Joyful with Chloe Markham
StrongWeekly writing for women exhausted from holding it all together. Nervous system relief, real-life regulation, & joy without hustle. Because life's too short for anything less than joy.
Weekly writing with a loyal readership
2-3x/week · Posted last week
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Bernardo.nxt
StrongA philosophy newsletter
Growing fast with a highly engaged audience
Weekly · Posted 2w ago
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Segment intelligence
Philosophy segments by opportunity
10 segments with 3+ active newsletters. Sorted by opportunity score.
| Segment | Pubs | Median Subs | Opportunity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Philosophy & Taoism | 12 | 2.5K | Moderate |
| Stoicism & Practical Philosophy | 19 | 9.0K | Moderate |
| Classical & Ancient Wisdom | 10 | 2.5K | Moderate |
| Creative & Artistic Philosophy | 9 | 16.0K | Moderate |
| Self-Improvement & Life Wisdom | 22 | 4.5K | Moderate |
| Advice & Relationships Philosophy | 19 | 10.0K | Low |
| Psychedelics & Consciousness | 8 | 2.5K | Low |
| Western Philosophy & Academic | 56 | 5.0K | Low |
| Jungian & Depth Psychology | 5 | 9.0K | Low |
| General Philosophy | 342 | 5.0K | Low |
How we choose the best philosophy newsletters
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